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dumpling

A dumpling emoji, often representing Chinese or East Asian cuisine.

basic_info

Unicode
U+1F95F
Version
Emoji 5
Category
Subcategory

Tags

empanadagyōzajiaozipierogipotsticker

Platform Meanings

Apple
Depicts a steamed dumpling with pleated edges, commonly associated with Chinese jiaozi.
Google
Shows a boiled or steamed dumpling, typically filled with meat or vegetables, wrapped in dough.
Twitter
Represents a traditional dumpling, often used in the context of food, cooking, or cultural celebrations.
Unicode Official
A dumpling, a type of filled dough pocket popular in various cuisines, especially in East Asia.

Introduction

The 🥟 dumpling emoji represents a popular dish found across many cultures, particularly in East Asia, where it is known as jiaozi in China, gyoza in Japan, and mandu in Korea. Typically made of a thin dough wrapper filled with minced meat, vegetables, or other ingredients, dumplings can be steamed, boiled, pan-fried, or deep-fried. This emoji is commonly used to talk about food, share meals, express cravings, or celebrate cultural holidays like Chinese New Year, when dumplings symbolize wealth and prosperity. It may also convey comfort, home-cooked meals, or a love for international cuisine. People often use it in casual conversations about dining out, cooking at home, or sharing recipes.

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What is Emoji?

Emoji are pictographic symbols originating from Japan that have become a universal digital language. They can be used across various platforms and applications to express emotions, objects, activities, and concepts. The Unicode standard defines thousands of emoji and continues to expand.

Last Updated: 2026-06-04✓ Expert Verified
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